4.27.2010

Chris and I had been searching for business card holders but we couldn't find anything decent, they were all cheesy. So a few nights ago I decided to make some, and they turned out pretty cute!

What you'll need:

Felt: I used three different colors(back and front, lining, and decorative strip)Embroidery FlossScissorsCraft gluePinsNeedleMeasuring tape or rulerCardstock template (optional)Ribbon (optional; as a decoration instead of felt)

Step 1

Most business cards are 2"x3.5", but you need to have a littleextra space for seams and so they slide in easily. Cut your template to 2.5"x 4". Use your template to cut three pieces of felt, two of your outside color and one of the lining color. Cut your decorative strip (felt or ribbon) to a length of 5", in whatever width you want. It should look like this:

Step 2Using your template as a guide, cut a small triangular notch out of the middle of your front piece.

It should look like this:

Your pieces will go in this order- back piece, lining, front piece, strip.It should look like this:

Step 3Glue your felt strip or ribbon onto the front piece only.

Step 4Line up your pieces. Stick the ends of the felt strip or ribbonbetween the back piece and the lining piece.

Pin the layers together, making sure to line everythingup straight! It should look like this: